Belt hit a two-run dinger in the sixth off Carlos Frias. He is worthy of a roster spot, but there are better options at first.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is not in the starting lineup against the Pirates on Wednesday. | 06/03/2015 2:58 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is not in the starting lineup against the Pirates on Wednesday.

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Impact

Belt is getting the day off with Pirates lefty Francisco Liriano on the mound. Buster Posey is starting at first and Andrew Susac behind the plate.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt was 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs in the, 7-0, victory over the Braves on Thursday. | 05/29/2015 12:49 AM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt was 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs in the, 7-0, victory over the Braves on Thursday.

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Impact

It is hard to believe that at one point this was a 0-0 ballgame in the seventh. Belt's solo bomb in the seventh broke the scoreless tie, then San Francisco added six runs in the eighth. Belt is hitting .305 in six home runs and 21 RBI in 151 at-bats this season.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt had a two-run double in the, 10-8, victory in the first game of a doubleheader against the Rockies on Saturday. | 05/23/2015 9:50 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt had a two-run double in the, 10-8, victory in the first game of a doubleheader against the Rockies on Saturday.

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Impact

Belt hit his double to deep left center to score Joe Panik and Angel Pagan. Belt also had a single as he went 2-for-5 in the game. Belt is hitting .320 with four home runs and 18 RBI in 128 at-bats this season.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt had a two-run double in the, 10-8, victory in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Rockies on Saturday. | 05/23/2015 9:48 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt had a two-run double in the, 10-8, victory in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Rockies on Saturday.

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Impact

Belt hit his double to deep left center to score Joe Panik and Angel Pagan. Belt also had a single as he went 2-for-5 in the game. Belt is hitting .320 with four home runs and 18 RBI in 128 at-bats this season.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt was 9-for-14) over the three-game series with Cincinnati. | 05/18/2015 1:41 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt was 9-for-14) over the three-game series with Cincinnati.

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Impact

Belt ability has never been questioned, just his ability to stay healthy and of the field. He's played 33 games this season and is batting .321 with a .901 OPS.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt was 3-for-5 with a three-run homer, four RBI and three runs in the, 10-3, victory over the Reds on Friday. | 05/15/2015 10:11 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt was 3-for-5 with a three-run homer, four RBI and three runs in the, 10-3, victory over the Reds on Friday.

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Impact

Belt hit his bomb in the first and hen had a RBI-double in the seventh. It was nice to finally see Belt get rid of the goose egg in the home run column. He is hitting .291 with one home run and 11 RBI in 103 at-bats.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is not in the starting lineup versus the Angels on Friday. | 05/01/2015 6:33 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is not in the starting lineup versus the Angels on Friday.

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Impact

The Angels are starting C.J. Wilson, and coach Bruce Bochy has sat Belt this season versus lefties. Buster Posey is playing first base and Andrew Susac will start at catcher.

It's not a huge surprise because lots of players struggle against Kershaw, but Belt's .111 batting average is less than desirable for fantasy owners. Find someone else to start at first base on Wednesday.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (strained right groin) could be available to pinch hit on Saturday. | 04/11/2015 10:19 AM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (strained right groin) could be available to pinch hit on Saturday.

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Impact

Belt only played in 61 games last season, because of injuries, so this wasn't the way his fantasy owners wanted him to start the season. He's apparently feeling better and could return to the lineup as soon as Sunday.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is doubtful for Thursday's game against San Diego with a strained right groin. | 04/09/2015 11:01 AM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is doubtful for Thursday's game against San Diego with a strained right groin.

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Impact

Belt only played in 61 games last season, but was on his way to a personal best home run total before a concussion derailed his year. He hit 12 homers in 214 at-bats after hitting a career-high 17 in 509 at-bats in 2013. He could be a nice sleeper in 2015 if he can stay healthy.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt agreed to a one-year deal to stay in San Francisco. | 02/02/2015 10:23 AM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt agreed to a one-year deal to stay in San Francisco.

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Impact

Belt only played in 61 games last season, but was on his way to a personal best home run total before a concussion derailed his year. He hit 12 homers in 214 at-bats after hitting a career-high 17 in 509 at-bats in 2013. He could be a nice sleeper in 2015.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt hit a solo home run to break a 1-1 tie in the 18th inning as the Giants defeated the Nationals, 2-1, on early Sunday morning. | 10/05/2014 12:06 AM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt hit a solo home run to break a 1-1 tie in the 18th inning as the Giants defeated the Nationals, 2-1, on early Sunday morning.

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Impact

Belt was 1-for-7 in the game but came up with the hit to win it. The Giants have a 2-0 series lead going back to San Francisco for Game 3.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is a career .444 (8-for-18) hitter against Pirates pitcher Edinson Volquez.

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Impact

Belt also has a home run against Volquez. He had four hits in his final four regular season game, going 6-for-12 with a home run over that stretch. Pablo Sandoval also has over a .400 career batting average against Volquez in his lifetime.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is a career .444 (8-for-18) hitter against Pirates pitcher Edinson Volquez.

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Impact

Belt also has a home run against Volquez. He had four hits in his final four regular season game, going 6-for-12 with a home run over that stretch. Pablo Sandoval also has over a .400 career batting average against Volquez in his lifetime.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) is back in the Giants starting lineup on Friday. | 09/19/2014 7:25 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) is back in the Giants starting lineup on Friday.

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Impact

Belt has not played due to concussion symptoms since early August. The first baseman has been out much of the season with injuries, and he is hitting .237/.299/.446 when he is in the lineup.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) is back in the Giants starting lineup on Friday. | 09/19/2014 7:25 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) is back in the Giants starting lineup on Friday.

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Impact

Belt has not played due to concussion symptoms since early August. The first baseman has been out much of the season with injuries, and he is hitting .237/.299/.446 when he is in the lineup.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) will face live pitching on Monday according to Alex Pavlovic of the Bay Area News Group. | 09/13/2014 6:57 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) will face live pitching on Monday according to Alex Pavlovic of the Bay Area News Group.

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Impact

Manager Bruce Bochy told reporters he expects the first baseman to return sometime next week. He has been out with a concussion since Aug. 8.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) will take batting practice on Friday according to Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle. | 09/12/2014 8:56 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) will take batting practice on Friday according to Henry Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle.

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Impact

Finally some good news for Belt, who has been out with a concussion since Aug. 6. Belt said he felt good enough to pinch hit on Friday and should be able to start by next week.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) will not be cleared to do any physical activity for at least another 2-3 weeks. | 08/20/2014 6:50 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (concussion) will not be cleared to do any physical activity for at least another 2-3 weeks.

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Impact

Belt missed 12 games after suffering a concussion on July 19 and he began experiencing symptoms again after five games back in the lineup.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt has been placed on the 7-day concussion disabled list again.

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Impact

Belt first suffered a concussion on July 19 and he ended up missing 12 games while dealing with multiple setbacks. He was able to play five games before experiencing symptoms again this week.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is not in Thursday's lineup due to headaches, according to Alex Pavlovic of the Mercury News. | 08/07/2014 1:27 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is not in Thursday's lineup due to headaches, according to Alex Pavlovic of the Mercury News.

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Impact

Belt (.237, 11 HR, 24 RBI) dealt with a concussion issue in July that sent him to the disabled list, but the doctors don't think it's related.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt could be cleared to play this weekend, according to Alex Pavlovic of the Bay Area News Group. | 07/29/2014 8:11 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt could be cleared to play this weekend, according to Alex Pavlovic of the Bay Area News Group.

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Impact

Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) finally passed a concussion test Monday after dealing with concussion symptoms since July 19. He'll either join the Giants or go on a short rehab assignment this weekend.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt passed a concussion test on Monday, according to Alex Pavlovic of the Bay Area News Group. | 07/28/2014 8:12 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt passed a concussion test on Monday, according to Alex Pavlovic of the Bay Area News Group.

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Impact

Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) was hit in the face during batting practice on July 19 and has suffered multiple setbacks. He could return during the Giants road trip, which begins Aug. 1 and goes until Aug. 10.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is still experiencing symptoms of his concussion, according to Andrew Baggarly of csnbayarea.com. | 07/27/2014 6:18 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is still experiencing symptoms of his concussion, according to Andrew Baggarly of csnbayarea.com.

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Impact

Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) was hit in the face during batting practice on July 19. Every time he's shown improvement it has been followed by a setback.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt said Thursday that he hadn't begun to feel any improvement in his concussion symptoms, but manager Bruce Bochy said Friday that first Belt is "making progress." SOURCE: Carl Steward, Bay Area News Group | 07/25/2014 9:09 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt said Thursday that he hadn't begun to feel any improvement in his concussion symptoms, but manager Bruce Bochy said Friday that first Belt is "making progress." SOURCE: Carl Steward, Bay Area News Group

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Impact

Bochy said the same thing Tuesday and Belt began experiencing symptoms again the following day, so he's not out of the woods yet. Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) was hit in the face during batting practice last Saturday and later exited the game with dizziness. He's without a timetable.

Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) was hit in the face during batting practice Saturday and later exited the game with dizziness. Manager Bruce Bochy said Tuesday that Belt was "making progress," but Baggarly reports that the Giants are "growing more concerned about Belt" after Wednesday's setback.

Giants place Brandon Belt on concussion DL | 07/21/2014 11:51 AM

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Giants placed 1B Brandon Belt on the 7-day concussion disabled list.

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Impact

Belt was struck in the head by a thrown ball Saturday during batting practice and began showing symptoms of a concussion a few hours later. It's not clear how long he'll be out. Adam Duvall was called up from Triple-A Fresno on Monday to provide depth at first base.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is expected to be placed on the 7-day concussion disabled list. | 07/21/2014 10:35 AM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt is expected to be placed on the 7-day concussion disabled list.

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Impact

Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) was hit in the face during batting practice and left Saturday night's game due to dizziness and didn't play Sunday.

It's unclear at the moment whether it will be the 7-day concussion disabled list, or the regular 15-day variety. Adam Duvall is expected to meet the team in Philadelphia to take his spot on the roster.

Belt was hit in the face during batting practice Saturday and admitted Sunday that he wasn't feeling very well. The Giants won't make a roster move Sunday, but it's possible one could come prior to the beginning of the series against the Phillies on Monday. Reliever George Kontos is on standby in case a move needs to be made. Buster Posey is at first base Sunday.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt left Saturday night's game due to dizziness, according to Giants beat reporter Andrew Baggarly. | 07/19/2014 11:20 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt left Saturday night's game due to dizziness, according to Giants beat reporter Andrew Baggarly.

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Impact

Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) hasn't played a lot breaking his thumb in early May and now this. He's likely to take Sunday off as well as a precaution after apparently he was hit in the face during batting practice.

Brandon Belt undergoing a concussion test | 07/19/2014 10:34 PM

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Brandon Belt was hit in the face during batting practice Saturday.

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Impact

He ended up having to leave Saturday's game against the Marlins due to dizziness and is now undergoing a concussion test. The Giants will update Belt's status Sunday morning. Tyler Colvin replaced him at first base Saturday.

Giants first baseman Brandon Belt left Saturday night's game due to dizziness, according to Giants beat reporter Andrew Baggarly. | 07/19/2014 8:44 PM

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Giants first baseman Brandon Belt left Saturday night's game due to dizziness, according to Giants beat reporter Andrew Baggarly.

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Impact

Belt (.238, 10 HR, 22 RBI) hasn't played a lot breaking his thumb in early May and now this. He's likely to take Sunday off as well as a precaution.

Brandon Belt leaves game due to dizziness | 07/19/2014 8:31 PM

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Brandon Belt left Saturday's game versus the Marlins due to dizziness.

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Impact

It was originally thought to be back soreness. Belt went 1-for-1 with a run and an RBI before leaving the game. He will likely have a day of rest Sunday. Tyler Colvin replaced him at first base on Saturday.

Brandon Belt leaves Sat. with back soreness | 07/19/2014 8:02 PM

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Brandon Belt left Saturday's game against the Marlins with back soreness.

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Impact

Belt was 1-for-1 with a run and an RBI before exiting with a back issue that began bothering him during pregame batting practice. Tyler Colvin replaced him at first base. Belt will likely be given the day off Sunday.

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Brandon Belt returned to action on Friday July 18.

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Brandon Belt scratched with back stiffness | 07/13/2014 4:35 PM

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Brandon Belt was scratched from the Giants starting lineup on Sunday due to back stiffness.

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Impact

It doesn't sound as though the injury is serious, and with the impending All-Star break looming it'll give him a few extra days to rest. He should be back and ready to go when the season resumes on Friday.

Belt has two more RBI vs. Padres on Sunday | 07/06/2014 10:56 PM

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Brandon Belt went 1-for-3 with two RBI in a win over the Padres on Sunday.

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Impact

Belt hasn't exactly been crushing the ball since come off the disabled list -- he's got two hits in 11 at-bats since being activated on July 4 -- but he's now got four RBI in the three games. On Sunday, Belt hit an RBI single in the first inning before adding a sacrifice fly RBI in the eighth. Belt is hitting .257/.309/.500 overall this season.

Belt cranks go-ahead 10th-inning home run | 07/05/2014 11:23 PM

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Brandon Belt hit a two-run homer Saturday in the Giants' 5-3 extra-innings victory over the Padres.

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Impact

It was Belt's only hit of the game but it was a big one, putting the Giants ahead for good in the top of the 10th inning. The first baseman was hitting the ball with authority on his minor league rehab assignment and can be added back to fantasy lineups with confidence.

Brandon Belt goes hitless in return from DL | 07/04/2014 9:47 PM

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Brandon Belt went hitless in his return to the Giants lineup on Friday, going 0-for-4 with a strikeout in a loss to the Padres.

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Impact

The Giants offense as a whole couldn't get anything going against Eric Stults and company in this one. Now hitting .256/.308/.489 on the season, Belt is expected to give the Giants offense a much needed boost now that he has returned.

Giants activate 1B Belt from disabled list | 07/04/2014 8:27 AM

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Giants activated 1B Brandon Belt from the 15-day disabled list.

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Impact

Belt's left thumb still isn't quite 100 percent, but that didn't keep him from batting .520/.571/1.000 with three home runs over seven rehab games. He was hitting .264/.317/.504 with nine longballs and 18 RBI across 35 contests before fracturing his thumb in early May. Fantasy owners can feel free to immediately stick him back into their lineup.

Brandon Belt (thumb) to be activated Friday | 07/02/2014 7:51 PM

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Brandon Belt (thumb) will be activated Friday.

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Impact

Belt has been on the disabled list since early May because of a fractured left thumb. The first baseman is 11-for-21 (.524) with three home runs so far on his rehab assignment and can be confidently added back to fantasy lineups as soon as he is activated.

Bochy: Belt (thumb) 'not quite ready yet' | 07/01/2014 7:51 PM

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Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Tuesday that Brandon Belt's left thumb is still a little sore and the first baseman is "not quite ready yet."

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Impact

The good news is that Belt is still slated to play 7-9 innings for Triple-A Fresno on his rehab assignment Tuesday and could still be activated on Friday. Belt is 10-for-17 (.588) with three home runs so far on his rehab assignment, so obviously the soreness isn't affecting him that much at the plate.

Belt (thumb) homers in latest rehab game | 07/01/2014 12:52 PM

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Brandon Belt (thumb) went 3-for-3 with a home run and three RBI on Monday in his latest rehab game with Triple-A Fresno.

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Impact

Belt, who is coming back from a fractured left thumb, is now 10-for-17 (.588) with three home runs, two doubles, six RBI, and a 3/1 K/BB ratio over five rehab games between High-A and Triple-A. He appears on track to join the Giants later this week.

Belt no guarantee to return next weekend | 06/27/2014 8:49 PM

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Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Friday that Brandon Belt (thumb) isn't guaranteed to rejoin the Giants when he expects to next weekend in San Diego.

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Impact

Belt began a minor league rehab assignment on Thursday and is expected to need roughly a week's worth of games to get game ready. Barring any setbacks in his rehab, look for Belt to rejoin the Giants before the end of next week.

Belt beginning rehab assignment Thursday | 06/24/2014 7:49 PM

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Brandon Belt (thumb) will begin a rehab assignment on Thursday at High-A San Jose.

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Impact

Belt was cleared to play in games after taking swings off a pitching machine Tuesday. He's expected to need about a week's worth of rehab games before being activated on July 4 if all goes well. Belt has been on the shelf since early May with a fractured left thumb.

Belt (thumb) nearing rehab assignment | 06/23/2014 11:58 PM

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Brandon Belt (thumb) could begin a rehab assignment at High-A San Jose as soon as Wednesday.

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Impact

It's possible the Giants will wait until the weekend to send him out, but either way it's expected to begin this week. The Giants will officially decide on a rehab date after Belt takes swings off a pitching machine on Tuesday. He'll be used as a DH first at San Jose before eventually working at first base. Belt is hoping to be activated on July 4, though that date doesn't appear to be set in stone.

Brandon Belt (thumb) takes BP on field | 06/21/2014 8:35 AM

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Brandon Belt took batting practice on the field Friday for the first time since left thumb surgery.

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Impact

Belt, who had surgery nearly six weeks ago, said he felt no vibrations with his thumb when he made contact because of the grip change on his bat last season. This could actually speed up his rehab process. He'll likely need a few games in the minors to shake the rust, but he could be back with the Giants around the start of July.

Brandon Belt takes dry swings on Friday | 06/13/2014 7:52 PM

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Brandon Belt (thumb) progressed to taking dry swings on Friday.

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Impact

Belt is beginning to make progress in his recovery from a surgically-repaired left thumb and looks on track to rejoin the Giants before the end of the month.

Brandon Belt takes grounders Monday | 06/09/2014 7:12 PM

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Brandon Belt (thumb) fielded groundballs on Monday.

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Impact

Belt used only his glove hand, as he's still not able to grip a ball with his surgically-repaired left thumb. He's expected to be cleared to do that by the end of the week. The first baseman is hoping to be activated from the disabled list late this month.

Belt to have cast removed from thumb Friday | 06/03/2014 5:27 PM

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Brandon Belt expects to have the cast removed from his surgically-repaired left thumb on Friday.

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Impact

A check-up X-ray will also be taken on the thumb. "The way it feels, I can't imagine they'll find anything," Belt told reporters on Tuesday. "It feels great." He is aiming to return to the Giants' active roster in late June. He broke his left thumb on May 9.

Brandon Belt to have surgery Tuesday | 05/11/2014 2:51 PM

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Brandon Belt will undergo surgery Tuesday to have pin inserted into his broken left thumb.

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Impact

Belt's timetable remains unchanged, as he's still expected to be sidelined for six weeks. Michael Morse is handling first base for the Giants while Belt is out.

Giants officially place Brandon Belt on DL | 05/10/2014 1:34 PM

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Giants placed 1B Brandon Belt on the 15-day disabled list with a broken left thumb.

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Impact

Belt will be sidelined for the next six weeks while he recovers from a broken left thumb sustained when hit by a Paul Maholm offering during Friday's game. Fantasy owners will now have to scramble to find a viable alternative, as the Giants plan to utilize a committee approach to cover their void at first base.

Belt will miss six weeks with broken thumb | 05/10/2014 8:39 AM

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Brandon Belt is expected to miss six weeks with a broken left thumb sustained when he was hit by a pitch during Friday's game.

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Impact

It's a very tough blow for the Giants who will be without their team leader in home runs until late June. Buster Posey, Hector Sanchez and Michael Morse are all expected to help fill the void at first base, while the recently signed Travis Ishikawa may also be summoned to provide additional depth.

Brandon Belt headed for DL with broken thumb | 05/09/2014 11:54 PM

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Brandon Belt broke his left thumb when hit by a pitch during Friday's game and will be placed on the disabled list.

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Impact

There Giants have yet to provide an estimate on how much time he may miss, but it's a very tough blow to their offense and to fantasy owners who enjoyed his nine homers, 18 RBI and three stolen bases through his first 34 contests. Buster Posey, Hector Sanchez and Michael Morse are all options to see increased playing time at first base in his absence.

Brandon Belt leaves after hit by pitch Friday | 05/09/2014 11:17 PM

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Brandon Belt was removed from Friday's game against the Dodgers after being hit by a pitch on his left hand.

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Impact

He was drilled in his left hand, near the thumb, by a Paul Maholm offering in the second inning. While he was able to stay in the game and run the bases for himself, Joaquin Arias took over for him defensively to start the next inning. He'll presumably head for an X-ray to rule out any structural damage.

Belt reaches base three times, swipes bag | 05/06/2014 10:00 PM

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Brandon Belt went 2-for-2 with a walk and a stolen base in Tuesday's loss to the Pirates.

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Impact

Belt has been in the midst of a slump, entering the night with a .377 OPS in 33 plate appearances since April 25. He was the only one who could figure Pirates starter Charlie Morton out, singling twice and adding his third stolen base of the season. Belt still has a respectable .258/.310/.483 slash line.

Brandon Belt getting day of rest on Monday | 05/05/2014 3:17 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants' lineup Monday.

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Impact

It's a routine day of rest for the first baseman, who went 0-for-5 on Sunday and has been in a slump for over two weeks. Belt is capable of turning it around quickly.

Brandon Belt not in lineup Friday | 05/02/2014 3:39 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants' lineup Friday.

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Impact

The Giants have faced three lefties in a row, and Belt has been on the bench for two of those games. Belt is in a 2-for-24 funk at the dish. Buster Posey is at first base Friday, with Hector Sanchez handling the catching duties.

Brandon Belt getting a day off Tuesday | 04/29/2014 6:29 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants' lineup Tuesday.

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Impact

Belt is getting a breather as he's in the midst of a 0-for-15 slump. Buster Posey is at first base Tuesday, with Hector Sanchez behind the plate.

Brandon Belt could get day off on Monday | 04/27/2014 7:30 PM

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Giants manager Bruce Bochy indicated Sunday that he'll talk to Brandon Belt and perhaps give the struggling slugger a day off on Monday.

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Impact

Belt's recent struggles continued in Sunday's win over the Indians, striking out in all four of his plate appearances. He's mired in an 0-for-12 slump and has whiffed in nine of those at-bats. Perhaps he's putting too much pressure on himself since being shifted to third in the lineup, and there's a chance that he'll be dropped back down to where he's more comfortable.

Belt has batted second against right-handers and sixth against left-handers so far this season, but the Giants are looking for a new three-hole hitter with normal No. 3 man Pablo Sandoval struggling. The first baseman hit .320/.371/.508 in the three spot last season, and Bochy thinks Belt could be a "stabilizing" presence there.

Brandon Belt hits sixth homer | 04/19/2014 12:57 AM

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Brandon Belt went 2-for-4 and hit his sixth homer Friday against the Padres.

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Impact

Belt's homer off Huston Street in the ninth scored the Giants' lone run of the game. He's now tied with Giancarlo Stanton, Mark Trumbo, Jose Bautista and Pedro Alvarez for the major league lead in homers.

Belt's double biggest of 3 hits in win vs. LA | 04/16/2014 3:24 AM

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Brandon Belt continued his assault against NL pitching on Tuesday, going 3-for-5 with a walk, double and RBI against the Dodgers.

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Impact

Belt's ninth-inning RBI double off Los Angeles closer Kanley Jansen forced the game into extra innings. The 25-year-old native Texan looks poised to top last year's breakout campaign. He's batting .298/.322/.596 with five homers (third in the NL) and 10 RBI in 13 games.

Brandon Belt not in Giants lineup Saturday | 04/12/2014 1:08 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants starting lineup on Saturday.

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Impact

It's nothing more than a routine day of rest for the Baby Giraffe. He's been extremely impressive in the early going, slashing .292/.306/.625 with five homers and nine RBI in his first 11 games. Buster Posey will start at first base in his place.

Brandon Belt launches fifth homer Tuesday | 04/08/2014 8:02 PM

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Brandon Belt singled and ripped a two-run homer in Tuesday's win over the Diamondbacks.

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Impact

The longball -- which was Belt's fifth on the young season -- came in the first inning off of Trevor Cahill. Belt is hitting .343/.343/.771 with nine RBI over his first eight games, picking up where he left off following last season's .326/.390/.525 second half. He could be headed for a big breakout campaign.

Belt blasts a homer in second straight game | 04/02/2014 12:35 AM

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Brandon Belt had his second big game in two days in Tuesday's 5-4 setback against Arizona, going 2-for-4 with a three-run homer.

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Impact

Belt collected three hits -- including a solo homer -- and three runs scored in Monday's Opening Day victory over the Diamondbacks. He batted No. 2 on Monday, but slid down to sixth this evening against Wade Miley. The 25-year-old figures to continue batting lower in the lineup against southpaws going forward. He's only nine at-bats in to the season, obviously, but his current .556/.556/1.222 slash line sure looks pretty.

Belt has three hits, HR, in win over D-Backs | 04/01/2014 9:27 AM

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Brandon Belt went 3-for-5 with a solo homer and three runs scored in a win over the Diamondbacks on Opening Day.

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Impact

With Marco Scutaro sidelined, Giants manager Bruce Bochy used Belt out of the No. 2 spot in the order. The 25-year-old really took off down the stretch last year after making some changes to his grip and he appears primed for his best season yet.

Brandon Belt goes 0-for-4 in loss | 03/29/2014 1:49 AM

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Brandon Belt went 0-for-4 and struck out three times against the A's on Friday.

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Belt finally convinced the Giants he was legit in the second half of last season. Hopefully, the team's faith won't waver now that he is hitting .244 with no homers and 21 strikeouts in 57 at-bats this spring. It is quite the huge departure from last year, though; he hit .410 with eight homers in 78 at-bats last spring.

Belt whiffs three times in loss to Indians | 03/16/2014 11:30 PM

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Brandon Belt had a rough day at the plate in Sunday's loss to the Indians, going 0-for-3 with three strikeouts.

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The 25-year-old first baseman had been battling neck stiffness this spring, which could linger into the regular season. His fantasy value will be directly tied to where he hits in manager Bruce Bochy's lineup, which will be at its highest if he remains in the third slot.

Belt finishes 2-for-3 against the Rockies | 03/04/2014 5:01 PM

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Brandon Belt went 2-for-3 with a double and a run scored Tuesday against the Rockies.

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Belt has been battling a stiff neck recently but appeared fine during Tuesday's action. He doubled to lead off the fourth, then came around to score on Tyler Colvin's one-out double. Belt was quietly one of the more productive first basemen and the 25-year-old seems poised to continue his success.

Belt had to exit Monday's game due to stiffness in his neck, but it was a precautionary move. Even if the Giants play it safe and hold him out a few more days, the malady shouldn't be a long-term concern.

Brandon Belt leaves early with neck stiffness | 03/02/2014 6:23 PM

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Brandon Belt left Sunday's Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks early due to stiffness in his neck.

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Belt went 0-for-2 on the afternoon and made an error in the field before being removed. Giants manager Bruce Bochy indicated that it was purely precautionary and that he didn't anticipate the injury to be an issue moving forward.

Giants, Brandon Belt avoid arb. at $2.9M | 02/19/2014 8:32 AM

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Giants and 1B Brandon Belt avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2.9 million contract.

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Sebean open to long-term deal for Belt | 02/18/2014 7:46 PM

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Giants general manager Brian Sabean said Tuesday that he's open to discussing a long-term deal with Brandon Belt but wants to focus on a one-year pact first.

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Belt has an arbitration hearing scheduled for Wednesday morning, and the primary objective right now is to avoid that hearing. However, once a one-year deal is worked out, it's possible the Giants could then pursue an extension. "We like the player," Sabean said. "We think he's one of the up-and-coming players in the National League an we want to hold onto him. But first things first."

Brandon Belt seeks $3.6 M in arbitration | 01/17/2014 10:33 PM

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Brandon Belt requested $3.6 million and was offered $2.05 million from the Giants when arbitration figures were exchanged on Friday.

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The Baby Giraffe finally started to deliver on his immense promise in 2013, slashing .289/.360/.481 with 17 homers, 67 RBI and five stolen bases in 509 at-bats. He'll earn a nice raise over the $531,500 that he earned in 2013.

Giants GM: Belt won't be moved off first base | 12/04/2013 8:07 PM

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Giants general manager Brian Sabean said Brandon Belt will remain at first base next season.

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"We have no intention to move Belt. He's not going to play another position other than first base," Sabean said when asked. There was some thought that the Giants might move the 25-year-old to left field, a position he appeared at in 2011 and 2012, but such a move would just create a need at first base instead. The former top prospect experienced success this past season, posting a .289/.360/.481 line with 17 home runs.

Brandon Belt not in Giants lineup Saturday | 09/28/2013 1:20 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants starting lineup against opposing southpaw Eric Stults on Saturday.

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Belt continues to receive routine days off against left-handed starters despite hitting them at a .261/.318/.437 clip with three homers and 12 RBI in 119 at-bats this season. Brett Pill will start in his place at first base.

Brandon Belt goes 5-for-6 with six RBI | 09/15/2013 12:53 AM

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Brandon Belt went 5-for-6 with a homer and six RBI as the Giants crushed the Dodgers 19-3 on Saturday.

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Belt joins Omar Infante as the only players this season to collect five hits and six RBI in the same game. Add four runs scored to the mix and he's the first to hit all three totals since Josh Hamilton in his four-homer game for the Rangers on May 8, 2012. So, yeah, it's been quite a finish for Belt. It's nice to know he won't have to worry about his starting job entering 2013, though there may be more talk of playing him in left field.

Brandon Belt not in lineup Friday | 09/13/2013 5:23 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in Friday's lineup against the Dodgers.

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He's taking a seat against left-hander Clayton Kershaw. Brett Pill will make the start at first base.

Brandon Belt doubles in return to lineup | 08/25/2013 6:59 PM

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Brandon Belt went 1-for-4 in his return to the lineup Sunday.

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Belt doubled in the second inning for his only hit of this night. He was given a scheduled day of rest Saturday after batting just .185 over his last seven games.

Brandon Belt not in Giants lineup Saturday | 08/24/2013 5:29 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pirates.

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It's just a routine day of rest against tough left-hander Francisco Liriano. The Baby Giraffe is hitting .273/.348/.475 with 15 homers and 50 RBI on the season. Buster Posey is starting in his place at first base with Hector Sanchez catching.

Belt goes 3-for-4 with a double and triple | 08/21/2013 1:28 AM

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Brandon Belt went 3-for-4 with a double and triple in Tuesday' win against Boston.

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Belt had gone 0-for-11 over his last three contests, though he interestingly also doubled and tripled in the game immediately preceding that stretch. The first baseman is slashing .276/.352/.484 with 15 homers and 50 RBI.

Brandon Belt homers again as Giants stun Nats | 08/15/2013 7:43 PM

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Brandon Belt launched the fourth homer in his last seven games in Thursday's comeback win over the Nationals.

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Belt's solo blast in the sixth was the only run the Giants could tally before rallying in a three-run ninth. The first baseman's bat is really starting to heat up, as he's sporting a .400 batting mark with five homers and 10 RBI in August. He's also settling into the third spot in the batting order, potentially increasing his RBI and runs chances.

Belt homers, drives in two in loss to Nats | 08/14/2013 10:30 PM

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Brandon Belt went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI against the Nationals on Wednesday.

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The first baseman has strung a few good games together of late. Belt has a nine-game hitting streak in which he's batting 14-for-34 (.412) with three home runs, seven RBI and nine runs scored. Still just 25, Belt now owns a .273/.351/.471 line and may finally be cashing in on some of his upside.

Brandon Belt launched three-run jack | 08/08/2013 6:22 PM

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Brandon Belt smacked a three-run homer in Thursday's win over the Brewers.

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After Marco Scutaro singled and Brandon Crawford doubled to kick off the bottom of the first, Belt ripped a one-out bomb just over the tall fence in right field. It turned out to be the only runs the Giants needed in the 4-1 victory. Belt has been losing playing time to Brett Pill lately but is hitting .450 with a couple homers so far in August.

Belt collects 3 hits in victory over Brewers | 08/06/2013 1:46 AM

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Brandon Belt went 3-for-3 with a walk and two runs scored in Monday's win over the Brewers.

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Belt can frustrate with inconsistent offensive output, but he's 6-for-10 with three walks in five August games. The 25-year-old is batting .265/.345 /.445 with 11 homers over 328 at-bats.

Belt has big night in win over Rays | 08/02/2013 11:01 PM

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Brandon Belt went 3-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and two runs scored in Friday's win over the Rays.

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Making his first start since Sunday, Belt finished a double short of the cycle. The home run was his 11th of the season and his first since July 13. The 25-year-old has struggled a bit recently, but he has more long-term upside than Brett Pill and a night like this should function as a reminder for Giants manager Bruce Bochy.

Brandon Belt in Friday's lineup vs. Rays | 08/02/2013 4:03 PM

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Brandon Belt is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Rays.

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Impact

This will be Belt's first start since Sunday. The 25-year-old hit just .225 with two home runs and 28 strikeouts in 71 at-bats in July.

Belt not in lineup for first game of DH | 07/23/2013 3:11 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the starting lineup for the first game of Monday's doubleheader against the Reds.

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Buster Posey will start at first base while Guillermo Quiroz will catch Eric Surkamp. Look for Belt to play in the nightcap and Posey to go back behind the plate.

Belt, Crawford sitting out on Sunday | 07/07/2013 1:36 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants' lineup Sunday.

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He and Brandon Crawford are both sitting out versus lefty Clayton Kershaw. Buster Posey is handling first base, while Joaquin Arias is at shortstop.

Belt back in Giants' lineup on Monday evening | 07/01/2013 3:22 PM

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Brandon Belt is back in the Giants' starting lineup on Monday evening against the Reds.

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Belt sat out Saturday and Sunday because the Rockies were starting left-handers. The 25-year-old has actually hit southpaws pretty well in his career, but the Giants don't seem willing to expose him to them very often.

Brandon Belt sitting out Sunday | 06/30/2013 1:56 PM

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Brandon Belt is not in the Giants' lineup Sunday.

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It's the second straight day off for Belt, as the Rockies have thrown two straight left-handers. Buster Posey is playing first base Sunday, while Guillermo Quiroz is behind the plate.